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Fun to Drive
smudge, 01/28/2005
2005 Nissan Pathfinder SE Off Road Rwd 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
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I have to say that we looked long and hard at the pathfinder and the 4runner. We liked both, but the 4runner didn't have the features unless you wanted to get the luxury model. It didn't even have power or leather available unless you were willing to spend the money on the luxury model. We have the SE off-road and we love it. It handles very well.
Good vehicle
ChadneyG5, 04/24/2010
2005 Nissan Pathfinder LE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
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We've really liked the Pathfinder. We've had a few issues, all which have been cleared up except the fuel sensor/gauge is erratic and inaccurate. There needs to be a recall for this as many people have similar problems with it. The side mirrors electric motors are erratic and the battery has mysteriously gone dead on several occasions (we've stopped using the headlights auto on/delayed off feature for this reason). We used to think the ride was quite harsh until we replaced the original General tires with new Michelins--Wow! What a difference! It was like getting a new car. When I stay off the pedal, the mileage is quite good. I can easily get 20+mpg. With a lead foot I get 15-17 mpg.
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Great SUV
Tony, 01/29/2005
2005 Nissan Pathfinder SE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
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Love this SUV! As mentioned in other reviews, 2nd row seating a little tight. Other than that, it handles well and is well designed.
It's an OK suv but a Good Deal
Chris, 01/31/2005
2005 Nissan Pathfinder LE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
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Well, after having went through the process of suv shopping, my wife decided that she liked the Pathfinder the most our. It's an LE with all options except Nav or Sat radio. After owning it for a few days, we have agreed that we should have also included the Nav. We negotiated a great price. Sticker was $37,450, we settled at $33,900, which was about $600 below factory invoice. The interest rate was 4.49%. So, good luck. It's a ok vehicle. The fact that the gas mileage is poor coupled with the fact that premium unleaded is suggested leads me to believe that the posted yearly gas cost is a low figure. The door construction is poor, one can see the, what I believe are brace lines in the panel
Don't buy this year
angrycustomer, 05/21/2010
2005 Nissan Pathfinder SE Rwd 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
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This is an awesome vehicle BUT there is a major problem with the radiator some torque valve. I had a vibration in my vehicle ~ 40 -50 mph took it to my mechanic. and guess what ~$1700 later, a KNOWN defect with the radiator. Causes antifreeze to enter the transmission fluid and transmission fluid to enter the radiator. I was lucky, it didn't trash my transmission which by the way costs ~$7,000 to fix. As sharp looking as this vehicle is its not worth the chance. Which is to bad, I loved it up to this point had an issue with the gas tank too, but I sucked it up and ate the ~800 to get that fixed. BUYER BEWARE!